Question

Can too much bromine turn water green?

Answer 1

Bromine:

1. Bromine is a halogen and an element of group $17$ in the periodic table.
2. Bromine combines with chlorine and some amines to form chloro-bromamine which is a highly irritating compound.
3. When bromine is added in excess to water it forms these compounds and changes the color of the water.
4. Yes, water can be turned to green if high quantity of bromine present in water.
5. The improper sanitization increases the concentration of bromine in water, in that case water turns to green.